Tag: History

Picture of pen and paper with the title "Pardon" at the top of the page, referring to a Presidential Pardon.

What is a Presidential Pardon?

sensiblemajority, December 7, 2024December 7, 2024

The presidential pardon is one of the most extraordinary and controversial tools in the president’s arsenal. Rooted in the need for justice tempered by mercy, the ability to forgive federal crimes has been a fixture of the American presidency since the Constitution was drafted. While its origins reflect a commitment…

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Picture of those attending inauguration, holding mini United States flags infront of the capitol building in Washington, DC.

Everything You Need To Know About Attending The Inauguration

sensiblemajority, November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

Attending the Inauguration is not as difficult as you may think. Most people, if they can pass a government background check and vetting, can join the good times front row. The inauguration of a U.S. President is one of the most significant events in American democracy. Every four years, on…

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George Washington’s Secret Weapon: Invisible Ink

sensiblemajority, November 1, 2024November 3, 2024

During the American Revolution, the battlefield wasn’t just on the front lines—it was in secret back rooms, whispered exchanges, and apparently invisble ink. General George Washington, revered for his leadership and military strategy, was also a master of espionage. One of his lesser-known but critical tactics involved invisible ink, a…

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Picture of Robert Heft sitting on a couch wearing a shirt with the modern American Flag on it, the flag he designed at 17 years old. Source: https://www.wakemanfuneralhome.com/local-info-and-resources/bob-heft-and-the-50-star-flag

The 17 Year Old That Created The Modern United States Flag: Robert Heft

sensiblemajority, October 5, 2024November 3, 2024

The Assignment: In 1958, Robert G. Heft was a 17-year-old junior at Lancaster High School in Ohio. When his history teacher assigned a class project to design a new U.S. flag, Heft decided to go beyond the conventional. At the time, the United States had 48 states, but Heft anticipated…

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Sensible Majority - Congress Voting on the Declaration of Independence.

Original Intent

sensiblemajority, August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

Original Intent; We hear these words spoken with reverence whenever there is a discussion of how to interpret the Constitution.

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Cynicism is Easy. Optimism is tough. Be tough.

sensiblemajority, July 24, 2024August 1, 2024

The founders assembled in 1787 with the original intent that they would amend the Articles of Confederation.

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The Rule of Law

sensiblemajority, June 9, 2024August 1, 2024

The words make it sound like it is chiseled in stone somewhere independent of human change. In fact, the rule of law is a dynamic series of written and unwritten restraints that compel us to behave in a certain way.

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